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30 Holiday Nail Art Ideas For 2024
For most people, one of the best things about the holidays is dressing up in a fancy outfit. However, for beauty enthusiasts, the star of the show is either the holiday-themed makeup or the accompanying nail art. But just because you’re partial to festive holiday nails doesn’t necessarily mean you prefer tinsel designs, an ugly-sweater-inspired manicure, or Christmas tree nails. In fact, we’re here to prove that holiday nail art doesn’t have to be cheesy to be cute. (Although, for the record, we’d call Christmas tree nails anything but cheesy.) We’re in a new age of creativity led by stellar nail technicians. Holiday nail designs can range anywhere from chic…
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Marika Hackman / Oyeme / Art School Girlfriend – Sleeping Village, Chicago 05.10.2024 – Backseat Mafia
Review and Photos by Victoria Wai 21 packed-out and sold-out venues for a North American tour celebrating the album Big Sigh were all wrapped up for Marika Hackman with a final sold-out date at Chicago’s Sleeping Village. This tour started with half of Marika’s band absent due to visa problems so those dates were stripped back and from social media footage they sure looked very special but the band were fully reunited to give us the tour that was intended and with added Art School Girlfriend on keys and percussion and also as main tour support, we were in for a treat. Most of the SOLD OUT crowd were in place when…
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How to Do Skeleton Nail Art: Step by Step Photos
Gina EdwardsGina Edwards While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Are you ready to take your Halloween nails graveyard style? Look no further than skeleton nail art. This fun manicure trend is a must-have for the spooky season, adding a touch of scare to your fingertips. Best of all, it’s easy to DIY. As a professional nail artist with 20+ years in the industry, I have executed hundreds of Halloween manicures for editorial photoshoots and clients. I love to create more detailed designs,…
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25 Thanksgiving Nail Art Ideas
Thanksgiving is a great holiday for surrounding yourself with friends and family, eating a delicious meal, and finally rewatching all those festive “Friends” episodes, all while reflecting on what you’ve been thankful for this year. Some may be grateful for those delicious dishes that come with the holiday season or the time taken to slow down and treat yourself to much-needed pampering. It may sound corny, but one of the things we’re most grateful for is our ability to express ourselves with fall nail art, especially when it comes to Thanksgiving nails. The time we set aside to get a new manicure, especially around holidays like Thanksgiving, is the ultimate…
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The Introspection of Uncontrolled Chaos as High Vis Headlines at Oxford Art Factory – Eora/Sydney 25.08.24 – Backseat Mafia
Coming off the back of their blistering set opening for SPEED at the Enmore Theatre on Friday, UK post-punk quintet High Vis took centre stage at Oxford Art Factory on Sunday for their first headline show on their Australian tour. For those who missed Friday’s show, word quickly spread that High Vis had delivered a hard-hitting performance against the glorious backdrop of the historic theatre. “It felt like we were at the opera,” frontman Graham Sayle quipped to the packed crowd at Oxford Art Factory, a fitting reflection of the raw power and grandeur they bring to their own live shows. Sunday’s show wasn’t just about High Vis – it…
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A Spectacular Display of Talent as Music Makers Club Celebrates Their 100th Event at Oxford Art Factory – 16.08.2024, Eora/Sydney – Backseat Mafia
The Music Makers Club celebrated a landmark 100th show last night at the Oxford Art Factory, putting on an exhilarating showcase of New South Wales’ live music scene. With a lineup featuring twelve emerging bands, the event was a powerful reminder of the Club’s role in championing the diversity and talent that has defined Eora/Sydney’s music landscape. Co-founded by Mark Gerber and Matt O’Connor, the Music Makers Club has become a vital platform for local artists, and last night’s milestone was a testament to its enduring success. The atmosphere at Oxford Art Factory was electric, with each band bringing their own unique energy and style to the stage. The night…
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Oxford Art Factory Celebrates Music Makers Club 100th Show With Twelve Band Line-up! – Backseat Mafia
Eora/Sydney’s epicentre is about to hit a high note as the Music Makers Club gears up to celebrate its 100th show. This milestone not only marks a significant achievement for the club but also highlights its commitment to supporting and showcasing emerging local talent. Founded in 2012, the Music Makers Club was born out of a shared vision between Mark Gerber, co-founder and CEO of Oxford Art Factory, and Matt O’Connor, an award-winning producer, A&R manager, and co-founder of Oxford Creative Academy. What started as a weekly showcase at the iconic Oxford Art Factory’s Gallery Bar has blossomed into one of Australia’s longest-running live music platforms for up-and-coming artists. “Reaching…
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TISM Announce Death to Art Tour – Backseat Mafia
After making a splash at the Good Things Festival in 2022, TISM have announced their first headline tour since 2004, a brand new single and video, and confirmation of an upcoming studio album. All three announcements share the name ‘Death to Art,’ setting the stage for what’s bound to be a historic moment in Australian music. The Death to Art tour, set for October and November, will see TISM joined by fellow Aussie legends Eskimo Joe, Machine Gun Fellatio, Ben Lee, and The Mavis’s. Watch the video of ‘Death To Art’ below – it is off the album of the same name which is due out on 4 October. TISM…
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Nail Art For Short Nails Ideas
Whether it’s a minimal geometric sticker or a full-on 3D work of art, let’s face it: nail art can take a manicure from good to spectacular. Typically, these designs have been relegated to long nail lengths, but we’re here to tell you that nail art for short nails can be just as impactful. Though you don’t have as much space, don’t feel like your nail-art options are limited just because you’re dealing with a shorter length. “When selecting nail art designs for short nails, it’s best to keep things simple,” celebrity nail stylist Mazz Hanna tells PS. “Working with negative space in the nail plate can be a great way…
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Kim Gordon at the Art Gallery NSW 18.07.2024 – Backseat Mafia
Kim Gordon is set to grace the Art Gallery of NSW tonight for the Volume Festival, and the anticipation in the audience is palpable. The show is sold out, and we’re gathered in the Tank, a former oil tank that once fueled navy warships during World War II, now repurposed into a breathtaking art space. Gordon’s set will span her illustrious career, featuring tracks from her back catalogue alongside her latest solo effort, ‘The Collective.’ Gordon, co-founded the legendary band Sonic Youth in 1981. Over the course of three decades, Gordon’s raw, experimental edge and innovative bass lines helped shape the band’s distinctive sound, blending noise rock with avant-garde influences.…
